45:1 | My heart is stirred by a noble theme as I recite my verses for the king; my tongue is the pen of a skillful writer. |
45:2 | You are the most excellent of men and your lips have been anointed with grace, since God has blessed you forever. |
45:3 | Gird your sword upon your side, O mighty one; clothe yourself with splendor and majesty. |
45:4 | In your majesty ride forth victoriously in behalf of truth, humility and righteousness; let your right hand display awesome deeds. |
45:5 | Let your sharp arrows pierce the hearts of the king's enemies; let the nations fall beneath your feet. |
45:6 | Your throne, O God, will last for ever and ever; a scepter of justice will be the scepter of your kingdom. |
45:7 | You love righteousness and hate wickedness; therefore God, your God, has set you above your companions by anointing you with the oil of joy. |
45:8 | All your robes are fragrant with myrrh and aloes and cassia; from palaces adorned with ivory the music of the strings makes you glad. |
45:9 | Daughters of kings are among your honored women; at your right hand is the royal bride in gold of Ophir. |
45:10 | Listen, O daughter, consider and give ear: Forget your people and your father's house. |
45:11 | The king is enthralled by your beauty; honor him, for he is your lord. |
45:12 | The Daughter of Tyre will come with a gift, men of wealth will seek your favor. |
45:13 | All glorious is the princess within her chamber; her gown is interwoven with gold. |
45:14 | In embroidered garments she is led to the king; her virgin companions follow her and are brought to you. |
45:15 | They are led in with joy and gladness; they enter the palace of the king. |
45:16 | Your sons will take the place of your fathers; you will make them princes throughout the land. |
45:17 | I will perpetuate your memory through all generations; therefore the nations will praise you for ever and ever. |
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